Whiskey by John Howie

Stopped in for the best whiskey selection on the Eastside (IMHO) and had a wonderful experience. Ryan, the bartender, was incredibly helpful in recommending whiskeys and cocktails based on my taste preferences. The general manager, Tim, was equally engaging and shared upcoming whiskey tastings/classes that could expand my whiskey tasting journey. Ordered the Wagyu Steak Nachos which were incredibly delicious and the staff were very attentive and prioritized making my entire experience a great one. Highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a hard to find whiskey or are starting their whiskey journey and needing inspiration. Plus, there are wonderful cocktails and wine, which makes it a great date night option.

Just phenomenal. From the drinks and apps to mains and desserts, you cannot go wrong at Whiskey by JH. If this is one of your first times at a JH restaurant, get their legendary burger and coconut cream pie. Otherwise, get whatever sounds good and be prepared for an intimate experience accompanied by an awesome wait staff. Shout out to John B for keeping my partner and I engaged on our anniversary dinner

Started the night with whiskey tasting and that bartender sure knows his whiskey’s. Can get you a little tipsy if your dinner is to follow. Now for the food, everything served was exceptional minus the steak. The seafood was well presented and tasted great. The soup was simply fantastic. I could have had another serving. The steak unfortunately was very rare, and not medium rare as requested. While I still enjoyed the steak, unfortunately I had to cut away the blue rare sections. Overall was an enjoyable dinner and btw the staff were great. Very attentive.

Whiskey by John Howie is in the same area/right next to the Steakhouse. This place is not loud and great for intimate conversations. For a Friday night it was about 65% full. Lots of great drink options. The menu is a tablet with 28 pages. Like their sister restaurants there is also a flat 20% service charge. For two people, got the skewers, Brussel sprouts and steak frites (not pictured), which was enough food for two. I got the brown butter high drink per the waiters recommendation. Tasted like a smooth old fashion with a hint of sweetness. Parking is validated for 6 hours. Bathroom is outside the restaurant.

This is one of my favorite places to visit. Coming from Texas I'm quite familiar with whiskey and John Howie's has quite the selection to choose from and the food is delicious. 😃 Highly recommend if visiting or just looking for a new place to tryout.

I love this place. First visited during Seattle Restaurant Week (SRW) last year and went again this year. They do not disappoint. Food is tasty, if a bit spicy (that chicken! 🔥), but all good. Portions are generous and two appetizers can serve as dinner. The Manhattans and choice of red wine for SRW - very nice. Atmosphere is upscale but not pretentious. Just the right amount of lighting. If you can, get one of the booths (I prefer the one at the end by the windows), or sit at the bar if you're alone. They also have a happy hour and a half which I've yet to try. Staff are pleasant, knowledgeable and professional, the bartender's got skills, and the cooks do a great job with the food. What more do you need? My only gripe is that the wagyu nachos need a bit more wagyu. Otherwise, great experience.

Awesome Place ....staff is excellent but leading the way is John the Bartender ... Awesome guy and his WHISKEY recommendations are spot on. Just as the food is. Definitely a spot in my rotation of places to go.